Studio Edward van Vliet

Introduction

edwardvanvliet® is an established international design agency that services a global client base from its creative home in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The accomplished studio has a notable rapport with industry leaders in the fields of hospitality, premium brand retail and luxury property development. With an affinity for hospitality design, strategic design direction and lifestyle products, the studio, led by Edward van Vliet, has an impressive client portfolio and reputation for delivering exceptional design.

With a visionary approach, edwardvanvliet® creates distinct concepts, distinguished by a culturally-rich approach and meticulous attention-to-detail. The studio works with nine specific design keys, strategically incorporating each into every project it takes on. Demonstrating a unique ability to transcend aesthetic boundaries, the studio’s expertise in design, architecture and lifestyle results in a new perspective to the process of destination and experience design.

Edward van Vliet is a protagonist amongst contemporary Dutch designers. Edward studied Architecture Design, Interior and Industrial Design at Design Academy Eindhoven and HKU School of Arts before opening his own studio in 1990. Recognized by the top design brands and hospitality groups worldwide, a book on his work and vision on destination design, Creating Worlds, was published and sold internationally in 2014.

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Design Philosophy

As a cosmopolitan designer, Edward van Vliet is inspired by the world around him. Fascinated by a never depleting source of cultural and natural varieties he aims to compose new worlds by making unique combinations of colours, materials, patterns and shapes.
Whilst respecting any given local context, these “new worlds” are always at the heart of his company’s designs and concepts. In creating these worlds, nine specific design keys are employed. The harmony between them ensures remarkable results.

Internships

At Edward van Vliet® we believe that an internship is as much about learning as it is becoming a valuable member of the team.
We offer internships for undergraduate and postgraduate students from renowned academies / universities, in Furniture and Lighting Design, Interior design, Product and Industrial Design and Graphic Design, as well as Multimedia and Communication studies.

As a design intern, you will assist with a variety of tasks across product, lighting and furniture design and architectural projects. Some of these tasks include the development of concepts, research into materials and manufacturing techniques, making drawings and other daily activities. You will also have the opportunity to participate in and work on special projects. If you are self motivated, passionate about design we would love to hear from you.
We require that you have at least 2 years of study and that you have technical skills that include good computer skills and sound knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCad, and perhaps Sketchup and 3D Studio Max.
As a communication intern, you will assist with a variety of tasks across social media, website, communication and publicity projects. Some of these tasks include the development of social media strategy and maintenance, website development and maintenance and other daily activities. You will also have the opportunity to participate in and work on special projects. If you are self motivated, passionate about design we would love to hear from you.
We require that you have at least 2 years of study and that you have technical skills that include good computer skills and sound knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, Wordpress.

Our internships are paid and last three/six months with extensions and freelance work subject to individual performance. We cover travel expenses.
You can email us your CV and portfolio in PDF (max 7 MB) to Giulia Zia at g.zia@edwardvanvliet.com. We look forward to hearing from you.

Contact

If you are interested in making an appointment or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.

Studio Edward van Vliet
Van Eeghenlaan 1
1071 EL Amsterdam
The Netherlands

+31 (0)20 3331150
info@edwardvanvliet.com

Bringing spaces alive Patterns Patterns, whether painted, printed, knitted, embroidered, woven or created by light, add tactile quality and make a design or space come to life. Apart from using nature as an endless source of inspiration, Edward’s fascination for mathematics, geometry, symmetry and repetition plays an important role in creating new and surprising patterns.	Dimension and depth through Layers Transparent layers create depth and dimension and are used in interiors to create rooms within a room, to provide a feeling of intimacy as well as underlining spaciousness. In floors or ceilings the use of layers can be employed to create enchanting combinations of materials, stressing atmosphere or to visually separate functions within a space	Sophisticated green Nature Respecting the natural surroundings of a project is never a bad cause. By acting local and involving a community you will support your environment, and with that, yourself. Edward: “In nature nothing is perfect, everything is ‘handmade’. Imperfection enhances beauty and adds character.”
Wealth of origins Cultures The DNA of Edward’s work is characterized by its global blend of influences, ranging all the way from European design to the cultural traditions of Africa, Asia and the Middle East. Combining this wealth of influences with quality workmanship is at the very foundation of creating worlds within worlds and sets his studio apart.	Value and authenticity Materials Next to making things durable, the quality of used materials is a crucial aspect on closer inspection of any design and adds value and presence. And by combining contrasting materials, tangible emotion is added to a space or object.	Endless moods Colours Colour is the most expressive aspect of any design and its peculiarities vary a lot from culture to culture. With over 25 years of experience, Edward has profoundly explored its many facets. Using only one or two primary colors supported by a ton sur ton palette he creates perfectly balanced colour experiences – surprisingly vivid and at the same time perfectly calm.
Future Classics Tradition Don’t change things that have proven to be right, but add new value. Edward strives to combine the good things from the past with innovative use of materials and techniques in order to create ‘future classics’, and the other way around: high-tech elements combined with natural materials and finished to the latest production standards.	Atmosphere and visual experience Light Light is a crucial design key in defining the atmosphere of a space and has the unique ability to direct moods. Extensive care is given in ensuring that the character of lighting supports both the function and desired atmosphere of a space. Apart from his studio’s expertise in artificial lighting, Edward firmly believes in preserving natural light.	Distinguished luxury Treasures Edward’s designs are identity based and driven. For every new interior, tailor made “treasures” are designed to enrich and personalize each space. This has resulted in some of Edward’s design classics like the Royal Bombombola chandelier and the Dutch Sky carpet.

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Masterly Hotel

Masterly Hotel

A 5 star hotel experience curated by Edward van Vliet

Equilibrium

Equilibrium

A world of sensations

Josh

Josh

The new seating landscape for Moroso

Jill

Jill

New collection for Leolux

Chalice

Chalice

Moooi

Bosa

Bosa

New decoration

Destination Design & Hospitality

Product Design

Room of Origins Collection & Collaborations

Urban Residential Design

Creative Design Direction

Edward van Vliet | Creating Worlds

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